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September 29, 2024
10 Night Mediterranean: Greece Turkey & Egypt

Norwegian Getaway September 29, 2024

The Norwegian Getaway September 29, 2024 cruise departs from Piraeus (Athens), Greece. On this 10 Night Mediterranean: Greece Turkey & Egypt (Athens To Haifa) sailing, the Norwegian Getaway will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Sep 29th and returns on Wednesday, Oct 9th, 2024.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Piraeus
Greece
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
2
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Norwegian Getaway · September 29, 2024

The Norwegian Getaway sails on September 29, 2024 for a 10 Night Mediterranean: Greece Turkey & Egypt (Athens To Haifa). The ship will depart the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Istanbul, Turkey on Oct 9th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Norwegian Getaway will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Mediterranean: Greece Turkey & Egypt (Athens To Haifa)

  • SEP29
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    Piraeus (Athens), Greece
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP30
    Santorini, Greece
    Santorini, Greece
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • OCT01
    Rhodes, Greece
    Rhodes, Greece
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT02
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT03
    Mykonos, Greece
    Mykonos, Greece
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT05
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
  • SEP29
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
    A: — - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT08
    Izmir, Turkey
    Izmir, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 2:30 PM
  • OCT09
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul, Turkey
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 29, 2024 · 10 Night Mediterranean: Greece Turkey & Egypt (Athens To Haifa)

Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Day 1•Sunday, Sep 29

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 PM

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Santorini, Greece
Day 2•Monday, Sep 30

Santorini, Greece

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Rhodes, Greece
Day 3•Tuesday, Oct 1

Rhodes, Greece

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Rhodes, Greece, offers docking at Rhodes Port. Travelers explore Medieval City and Lindos Acropolis. Excursions include snorkeling at Kallithea Springs. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Knights’ Street and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dodecanese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Rhodes’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic beaches, making Rhodes an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Day 4•Wednesday, Oct 2

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Mykonos, Greece
Day 5•Thursday, Oct 3

Mykonos, Greece

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 6•Friday, Oct 4

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 7•Saturday, Oct 5

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.

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Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Day 8•Sunday, Oct 6

Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 PM

Alexandria, Egypt, docks at the Western Port terminal, 10 kilometers from the city center, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers to the Corniche. The facility includes lounges and ATMs. Travelers explore the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern library complex with manuscripts and planetarium shows. Qaitbay Citadel, 15 minutes east, features 15th-century fortifications on Pharos Lighthouse ruins. Kom el-Dikka, a 5-minute drive, reveals Roman amphitheaters and mosaics. Excursions to Cairo, 3 hours away, include Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Montaza Palace Gardens, 20 minutes east, offer seaside walks and tea houses. Dining features kofta at waterfront stalls. Souvenirs include papyrus scrolls. Best visited October to April; taxis 50-100 EGP. Guided tours ensure security.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 9•Monday, Oct 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Izmir, Turkey
Day 10•Tuesday, Oct 8

Izmir, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 2:30 PM

Izmir, Turkey, has docking at Izmir Port. Travelers explore Ephesus’ ancient ruins, a UNESCO site. Excursions visit the House of Virgin Mary. Local markets sell Turkish delight. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather. Photography captures Roman columns and Aegean shores. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like evil eye charms, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover ancient history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Izmir’s historic richness offers a vibrant Turkish stop, blending archaeology with coastal charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Istanbul, Turkey
Day 11•Wednesday, Oct 9

Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Istanbul, Turkey, offers docking at Istanbul Port. Travelers explore Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Excursions visit Blue Mosque. Local markets sell simit. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Ottoman domes and Bosphorus vistas. Dining onboard includes döner kebab, a Turkish favorite. Souvenirs, like carpet crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Byzantine history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Istanbul’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Turkish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic waterways, making Istanbul an engaging destination for exploring Turkey’s cultural hub. (126 words)

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Getaway - September 29, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

☀️

September

Typical Weather

101°F

Average High

58°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
71 / 100
safer than 71% of all cruises
71
7
/ 10
Piraeus (Athens), Greece
Piraeus
Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.
9
/ 10
Santorini, Greece
Santorini
Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.
8
/ 10
Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes
Rhodes is generally safe for travelers, but staying vigilant in crowded areas is advised to avoid pickpocketing and minor scams.
8
/ 10
Iraklion (heraklion), Crete
Iraklion
Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.
8
/ 10
Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos
Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.
5
/ 10
Alexandria, Cairo, Egypt
Alexandria
Cruise travelers to Alexandria should remain vigilant against petty crime, avoid political demonstrations, and consider organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Izmir, Turkey
Izmir
Travelers should remain vigilant in Izmir, especially at night and in tourist areas, due to petty crime and occasional civil unrest.
6
/ 10
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travelers in Istanbul should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas, and remain aware of their surroundings.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Getaway

⚓ Tonnage

145,655

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,014

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,068

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

3,963

vs avg 3,120

The Getaway has a construction date of 2014 and a total size of 145,655 gross tons. The ship measures 1,068 feet in length. Norwegian Getaway is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Getaway holds 3,963 passengers. That includes 2,317 cruise vacationers and 1,646 staff members. The Getaway total number of staterooms is 2,012.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Getaway sailing on September 29, 2024?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Piraeus (Athens), Greece.

What ports does the Norwegian Getaway visit on the September 29, 2024 cruise?

This route includes athens-greece, santorini-greece, rhodes-greece, heraklion-crete-greece, mykonos-greece, alexandria-cairo-egypt, izmir-turkey, istanbul-turkey.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Getaway September 29, 2024 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Getaway sailing on September 29, 2024?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

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